The activity started from 9:30 am and lasted until noon. The citizens were moved by the earnest and professional spirit of the calligraphers. Pairs of couplets and words of blessing brought happiness and peace to the New Year.

"I felt a little tired after writing for hours, but I was happy to introduce the art of calligraphy to more families and sent New Years blessings to citizens in this way." Vice chairman of Guangdong Calligraphers Association Li Xiaoru said.

"In the past year, everyones work and life have been affected due to the epidemic. In this context, everyone is more eager for health, safety and auspiciousness. We hope our motherland can overcome difficulties and become prosperous. At this time, it is of special significance for us to send blessings to people in the form of calligraphy." Chairman of Foshan Calligraphers Association Wang Zhimin said.

Relevant person in charge of the activity said that this was the sixth year to hold such event to send Spring Festival couplets. The activity is the combination of calligraphy and folk customs to widely spread excellent traditional culture and art, to let the art of calligraphy enter the life of the citizens in a popular way, and to send New Year wishes to citizens.

Author | Michelle (Intern)

Revisor | Jersey

Photo | Su Wei, Foshan Daily